All Obituaries

On July 4, 2000 a baby boy was born to Erica Smith and Randy Edison, Jr., in Matagorda County, Texas who they called Ja'Quarius Kevon Edison. He was baptized at The Silverlake Church in Pearland, Texas at an early age. He attended schools in Bay City and Fort Bend ISD. Ja'Quarius was employed by Asurion of Houston, Texas He is preceded in death by grandparents Carrie Faye Smith and Elisha Thomas. JQ's is survived by his parents Hilary and Erica Okolo of Richmond,Texas; two...

On July 4, 2000 a baby boy was born to Erica Smith and Randy Edison, Jr., in Matagorda County, Texas who they called Ja'Quarius Kevon Edison. He was baptized at The Silverlake Church in...

Pat was born on September 19, 1946, to Mr. Ivan "Redman" Edison and Mrs. Elizabeth Fletcher Edison in Bay City, Texas.
At an early age, she confessed her love for God, accepted Jesus as her Savior and was baptized at Mother Zion Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. C.H. Brown.
Pat attended public school in Bay City and graduated as Valedictorian of her class from Hilliard High in 1964. After high school, Pat matriculated at Prairie View. She earned a B.A. in...

Pat was born on September 19, 1946, to Mr. Ivan "Redman" Edison and Mrs. Elizabeth Fletcher Edison in Bay City, Texas.
At an early age, she confessed her love for God, accepted Jesus as...

Danielle was born in Houston, Texas to Roxy and Edwin Gallia on October 19, 1980. The fourth of five children, Danielle came into this world as a preemie weighing in at only 4.4 lbs. She may have been small, but she was always mighty. As a young girl her family moved to Bay City where she grew into a spunky little lady who had a great fondness from animals. She attended school in Bay City and later met the love of her life, Evan Jones. She was a loving daughter,...

Danielle was born in Houston, Texas to Roxy and Edwin Gallia on October 19, 1980. The fourth of five children, Danielle came into this world as a preemie weighing in at only 4.4 lbs. ...

On May 19, 1929, a baby girl was born to Mary & Willie Thomas in Cedar Lake, Texas whom they named Amanda Thomas. She was affectionately called “Mandy”. Mandy grew up in Cedar Lake, Texas and attended public school in the area. She was baptized at an early age becoming a member of Bethlehem Christian Church under the leadership of Rev. R. H. Page. In her later years, Mandy rededicated her life back to Christ under the leadership of Rev. K.W....

On May 19, 1929, a baby girl was born to Mary & Willie Thomas in Cedar Lake, Texas whom they named Amanda Thomas. She was affectionately called “Mandy”. Mandy...

On October 15, 1982, a baby boy was born to Floretta Williams and Louis Victor Sanford of whom they named Christopher Glen Williams; affectionately known as “Kissa”.
At a young age Christopher accepted Christ as the leader of his life and was a baptized Member of the New Hope Missionary Baptist Church. He later joined Faith Temple Outreach Ministry. Christopher attended Bay City High School and was a proud member of the 2000 Championship football team; he graduated...

On October 15, 1982, a baby boy was born to Floretta Williams and Louis Victor Sanford of whom they named Christopher Glen Williams; affectionately known as “Kissa”.
At a young...

On May 10, 1928, in Bay City, Texas, Mr. Robert Fletcher and Mrs. Gladys Jackson Fletcher welcomed their third bundle of joy into this world, a precious baby girl, whom they named, Thelma Marie Fletcher.
At an early age, Thelma confessed her love for God, accepted Jesus as her Savior and was baptized at Mother Zion Missionary Baptist Church, where she served loyally until her health prevented her from attending regularly.
She attended public school in Bay City and graduated as...

On May 10, 1928, in Bay City, Texas, Mr. Robert Fletcher and Mrs. Gladys Jackson Fletcher welcomed their third bundle of joy into this world, a precious baby girl, whom they named, Thelma Marie...

Tommie Marie Cavit Smith the second of ten children, the daughter of Ulas Cavit and Tommie Lee Lowe was born in Wharton, TX on Monday, January 1, 1951. She shared her upbringing with family and friends and was known throughout life affectionately as “Aunt Tommie”.
Tommie accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at New Hope Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend E. F. Rayford. Later she united with Evangelist Temple Church of God in Christ under...

Tommie Marie Cavit Smith the second of ten children, the daughter of Ulas Cavit and Tommie Lee Lowe was born in Wharton, TX on Monday, January 1, 1951. She shared her upbringing with family...

On October 31, 2014, a sweet baby girl was born in Bay City, to Joshua Roberson and Alexia Knowles, whom they named Tehari Briell.
Tehari was a very sweet and loving child. She enjoyed singing, make-up, cleaning and playing and dress-up. She was very smart and sassy. Tehari had a smile that would brighten the room and a voice that would melt your heart. She was very much into the outdoors. She loved Powerpuff Girls-Blossom was her favorite, going the park and...

On October 31, 2014, a sweet baby girl was born in Bay City, to Joshua Roberson and Alexia Knowles, whom they named Tehari Briell.
Tehari was a very sweet and loving child. She enjoyed...

Funeral services for Shanna Sheree Skutca will be Thursday, January 3, 2019 at 11:00, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. T. L. Richardson, officiating.
Shanna was born in Travis County, to Walter and Evelyn Skutca on August 13, 1973.
She attended public schools in Tidehaven ISD and later attended Wharton County Junior College.
Shanna was a great person with a heart of gold, she loved fishing, loved collecting shells, and loved antique items.
She is survived by her...

Funeral services for Shanna Sheree Skutca will be Thursday, January 3, 2019 at 11:00, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. T. L. Richardson, officiating.
Shanna was born in Travis County,...

Leon Clifford Gaskin was born August 6, 1937, to Clifford Gaskin and Geneva Gaskin in Matagorda County.
He attended public school at A. G. Hilliard High School graduating with the Class of 1954. Leon enlisted and served two years in the United States Army.
On September 1, 2018, the Lord called his angel home to live with him. Preceding him in death is his parents; siblings, Billie Nell Stephany, Tommie Mae Parks, and Levi Gaskin.
He is survived by his sons, Byron...

Leon Clifford Gaskin was born August 6, 1937, to Clifford Gaskin and Geneva Gaskin in Matagorda County.
He attended public school at A. G. Hilliard High School graduating with the Class of...